Music

14 hours ago in Music

Kiss rocker Gene Simmons recovering after crashing SUV

Simmons, a co-founder and bassist for the legendary band, was evaluated at a hospital Tuesday before being released. He posted on social media that he was doing well.

21 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Bad Bunny’s music streams soar since 2026 Super Bowl halftime show news

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny's music catalog has seen a jump in streams since his 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance was announced.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall

A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day

It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That's according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Rush announce reunion tour five years after the death of drummer Neil Peart

Five years after their influential drummer and lyricist Neil Peart died of glioblastoma, the Canadian band Rush have announced a reunion tour.

7 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Decoding Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life a Showgirl’: A guide to her references

For Taylor Swift's most dedicated audience, a new album means new opportunities to decode Easter eggs in her lyrics and music videos. The pop superstar's 12th studio album has no shortage of clever clues and references to her public life and discography.

1 week ago in Music, Trending

Morgan Wallen denied throwing chair off bar roof to police in 2024, footage shows

Roughly two weeks after his April 2024 arrest, Wallen commented on social media: "I'm not proud of my behavior, and I accept responsibility" and said he "made amends" with Nashville law enforcement and others. Then in December, he pleaded guilty to two counts.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is almost here. Here’s what to know

Lights, camera, action. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," arrives Friday. Are you ready for it?

Lifestyle

2 days ago in Lifestyle

What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan

More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks

Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work

The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Want to eat more plant-based meals? Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and Finneas’s mom, has some ideas

Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favorite — including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Giant Northern California corn maze lets visitors enjoy getting lost

The pumpkin patch and corn maze along Interstate 80 between Sacramento and San Francisco are open once again for the fall season through Halloween. Back in 2007 and again in 2014, Cool Patch Pumpkins earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest corn maze.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Gatorade and Cheetos are among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover

PepsiCo, which also makes Doritos, Cap'n Crunch cereal, Funyuns and Mountain Dew, announced in April that it would accelerate a planned shift to using natural colors in its foods and beverages.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Anderson’s Dior womenswear debut is a montage of ideas, but not a ‘New Look’

All eyes were on Jonathan Anderson — the Northern Irish designer who has already transformed Loewe into a global powerhouse of wit and craft — as he unveiled his first Dior womenswear collection on Wednesday.

National

19 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

National Guard set to patrol Memphis but blocked in Illinois for 2 weeks

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Personnel walk inside an immigration processing facility in Broadview, Ill., Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

It wasn’t clear what the 500 Guard members from Texas and Illinois would do next.

25 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

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FILE - Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the Loyola University men's basketball chaplain and school celebrity, sits for a portrait in The Joseph J. Gentile Arena, on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, in Chicago. T(AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, file)

"She’s just so bright, and she means so much to the city of Chicago and Loyola obviously and the team.”

14 hours ago in National

Troops will miss paychecks next week without action on the government shutdown

The nation's third shutdown in 12 years is once again raising anxiety levels among service members and their families because those in uniform are working without pay.

16 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Pope meets with Chicago union leaders, urges migrant welcome as crackdown underway in hometown

Pope Leo XIV arrives for a Mass for the participants in the jubilee of ordained people in St. Peter's Square, at the Vatican, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

“While recognizing that appropriate policies are necessary to keep communities safe, I encourage you to continue to advocate for society to respect the human dignity of the most vulnerable,” Leo said.

17 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Angel Reese to make history as first professional athlete in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

WNBA basketbal player Angel Reese sits at ringside during a super welterweight boxing match between Callum Walsh and Fernando Vargas Jr. in Las Vegas, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/David Becker)

The Chicago Sky star announced on Instagram that she will be walking in the upcoming Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15.

18 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Soccer match between Argentina, Puerto Rico moved from Chicago to Florida amid immigration crackdown

FILE - A general exterior view of Soldier Field is seen prior to an NFL preseason football game, Aug. 17, 2025, in Chicago.

The friendly match was supposed to be played on Oct. 13 at Soldier Field in Chicago, but will be moved to Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, the home stadium of Argentina and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi.

Sports

25 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

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FILE - Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the Loyola University men's basketball chaplain and school celebrity, sits for a portrait in The Joseph J. Gentile Arena, on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, in Chicago. T(AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, file)

"She’s just so bright, and she means so much to the city of Chicago and Loyola obviously and the team.”

14 hours ago in Sports

Dominance of the Las Vegas Aces threatens to make short work of WNBA’s expanded finals

The Las Vegas Aces are in position to make short work of the WNBA's expanded playoff schedule. A'ja Wilson's turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds remaining lifted the Aces over the Phoenix Mercury for a thrilling 90-88 win on Wednesday night. It also gave Las Vegas a 3-0 lead in the first best-of-seven WNBA Finals in league history.

16 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

Illinois High School football poll

Footbal

Here is the latest list of top teams in high school football in Illinois.

16 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

11 new members to join Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame

This ninth Hall of Fame class includes standout athletes and one coach representing eight sports: football, basketball, baseball, track and field, swimming and diving, softball, and women’s basketball.

17 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Angel Reese to make history as first professional athlete in Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

WNBA basketbal player Angel Reese sits at ringside during a super welterweight boxing match between Callum Walsh and Fernando Vargas Jr. in Las Vegas, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/David Becker)

The Chicago Sky star announced on Instagram that she will be walking in the upcoming Victoria's Secret Fashion Show on Oct. 15.

18 hours ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Soccer match between Argentina, Puerto Rico moved from Chicago to Florida amid immigration crackdown

FILE - A general exterior view of Soldier Field is seen prior to an NFL preseason football game, Aug. 17, 2025, in Chicago.

The friendly match was supposed to be played on Oct. 13 at Soldier Field in Chicago, but will be moved to Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, the home stadium of Argentina and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi.

Entertainment

14 hours ago in Entertainment

‘A Minecraft Movie’ sequel is being built for 2027

Get ready for more chicken jockey. "A Minecraft Movie" is getting a sequel. Warner Bros. Pictures on Thursday announced that it was planning to release the film in July 2027.

14 hours ago in Entertainment

Common’s journey from Bulls ball boy to NBA theme song composer

"Basketball has a soul to it," said Common, a three-time Grammy winner, who has also won an Emmy and Oscar. "It's nostalgic but forward. The rhythm, the harmony, the movement, the teamwork, the star player. We wanted to capture all that in sound."

21 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Bad Bunny’s music streams soar since 2026 Super Bowl halftime show news

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny's music catalog has seen a jump in streams since his 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance was announced.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Dolly Parton responds to concerns about her health: ‘I’m not dying’

Dolly Parton "ain't dead yet," the country superstar said on social media Wednesday following public speculation about her health. "There are just a lot of rumors flying around. But I figured if you heard it from me, you'd know that I was okay," the 79-year-old singer said in a new two-minute video posted on Instagram.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for public television stations suffering from cuts in federal funding.

Local News from Capitol City Now

19 minutes ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

National Guard set to patrol Memphis but blocked in Illinois for 2 weeks

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Personnel walk inside an immigration processing facility in Broadview, Ill., Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

It wasn’t clear what the 500 Guard members from Texas and Illinois would do next.

25 minutes ago in IL State News, Local, National, Sports

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

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FILE - Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the Loyola University men's basketball chaplain and school celebrity, sits for a portrait in The Joseph J. Gentile Arena, on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, in Chicago. T(AP Photo/Jessie Wardarski, file)

"She’s just so bright, and she means so much to the city of Chicago and Loyola obviously and the team.”

12 hours ago in Crime, Local

Three people dead following Springfield shooting

Sangamon County Sheriff's Deputies and other law enforcement responded to a triple-homicide Thursday in the 3000 block of Hoover Ave.

Three confirmed dead, officials say it's an "active investigation."

16 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

Illinois High School football poll

Footbal

Here is the latest list of top teams in high school football in Illinois.

16 hours ago in IL State News, Local, Sports

11 new members to join Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame

This ninth Hall of Fame class includes standout athletes and one coach representing eight sports: football, basketball, baseball, track and field, swimming and diving, softball, and women’s basketball.

16 hours ago in Crime, IL State News, Local, National

Pope meets with Chicago union leaders, urges migrant welcome as crackdown underway in hometown

Pope Leo XIV arrives for a Mass for the participants in the jubilee of ordained people in St. Peter's Square, at the Vatican, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

“While recognizing that appropriate policies are necessary to keep communities safe, I encourage you to continue to advocate for society to respect the human dignity of the most vulnerable,” Leo said.

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